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We have reached the midpoint of 2025. The first half of the year has been surprisingly steady but what happened in the last four weeks? We take a look at the trends shaping the current UK property market.

The Renters’ Rights Bill has taken another step towards becoming law. With no major amendments expected, it’s now that tenants should take notice of the Bill’s contents.

Despite how morbid it feels, deciding what happens to a property you own when you die is something you need to decide early in the buying process. In fact, you’ll need to tell your solicitor your preferred course of action before you finalise a purchase.

Described by House Beautiful as ‘the secret to a calm and clutter-free home’, biophilic decluttering is a trend we can really get behind. It merges two interior aspects that are hugely important when selling a home – presenting a property that’s clear and streamlined, and dressing a home so it is visually appealing.

Both portal heavyweights provided a monthly snapshot of the sales market in May. As ever, Rightmove focused on asking prices. The UK’s average asking price for new instructions increased 0.6%, with a more expensive advertised price of £379,517.

Commonhold is a property term that’s been in the press recently. If the current Government gets its way, this method of owning a flat or apartment is something we could see a lot more off. Ahead of a more widespread adoption, we have answered the most popular commonhold questions. 

The renters rights bill is a significant development in the UK housing market, aiming to enhance tenant protection and improve the rental experience. This article explores the bill's objectives, current status, and implications for both tenants and landlords.

Explore why spring is the ideal season for selling your home, featuring tips on staging, marketing, and maximising buyer interest.

When you become a renter, you’re expected to behave in a ‘tenant like manner’ and that extends to outside spaces as much as inside the home. If in any doubt as to what that means, you can refer to your tenancy agreement. It should list the specific garden jobs you’re responsible for, and what your landlord should maintain. If there’s scant detail, contact us and we can obtain written clarification for you.

Green is the colour that continues to dominate interior design but with such a wide spectrum of shades available, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by the choice.

How did April pan out in the property market? We take a look at the price reports and moving trends to inform your next move. Plus, we’re discussing Donald Trump and his surprising effect on the UK mortgage market.

We may sound like a broken record but property presentation really does matter when you’re trying to attract buyers and achieve the best price for your home.